Property Management
Under California law, how long does a landlord have to return a tenant's security deposit after the tenancy ends?
A30 days
B21 days✓ Correct
C14 days
D60 days
Explanation
California Civil Code Section 1950.5 requires landlords to return the security deposit (with an itemized statement of deductions) within 21 calendar days after the tenant vacates the property. Failure to do so may result in the landlord forfeiting the right to make deductions.
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